UMB marks major milestone on new social work building

University of Maryland, Baltimore celebrated the topping-off of its new School of Social Work building, marking the structural completion of the six-story, $125 million project at 600 W. Lexington St.

Designed to reflect openness and welcome, the new facility will also stand out for sustainability, with geo-exchange wells expected to make it the first building in downtown Baltimore to use that technology for heating and cooling. As the general contractor, The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company feels this project contributes to a larger purpose.

 “Social work and social workers change lives for the better,” said Whiting-Turner CEO Tim Regan. “In fact, they often save lives. And for that reason, it’s a privilege for us to be involved in this project with all of our various workers.”

The building is expected to open in late 2027.

BC&E members working together on this project: Commercial Interiors,  J. F. Fischer, Inc., Miller, Long & Arnold Company, Inc., Temp Air Company, The Whiting-Turner Contracting Co. and Windsor Electric Company, Inc.

Learn more at the UMB website.